By Eric Elezuo
The Nigeria Police Force has announced that the school children, who were kidnapped in Ekiti State, along side their teachers, have all regained their freedom.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. He said that the victims were “rescued unhurt” on Sunday.
The statement also appreciated the efforts of the government, sister security agencies, amotekun corps, vigilance groups, hunters, family members and the general public.
Recall that the school children and their teachers were kidnapped while on school transit at Emure-Ekiti on January 29, 2024.
The statement:
“Ekiti: We wish to inform the general public that the five school children, including their teachers, who were kidnapped on 29/01/2024 in Emure-Ekiti, have been rescued unhurt, today 4th February, 2024.
“We therefore commend and appreciate the efforts of the government, our Police operatives and other security agencies, including the Amotekun Corps, local vigilantes, hunters, and individuals, as well as family members, for their understanding and resilience.”
